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Pheretima and its close relatives derive nourishment from

A

sugarcane roots

B

decaying fallen leaves and soil organic matter

C

soil insects

D

small pieces of fresh fallen leaves of maize

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B
Food of earthworm (Pheretima sp.) consists of organic matter, fallen decaying leaves, algae, etc. Present in the soil. Food is swallowed along with soil by sucking action.
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